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product_id: 255333138
title: "Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks Fish Food, 17.6 oz (500g)"
brand: "hikari"
price: "€ 58.07"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Hikari"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/255333138-hikari-tropical-jumbo-carnisticks-fish-food-17-6-oz-500g
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# Color-enhancing formula Jumbo 17.6 oz stick Balanced nutrient profile Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks Fish Food, 17.6 oz (500g)

**Brand:** hikari
**Price:** € 58.07
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐠 Feed the giant, flaunt the colors—because your monster fish deserves the best!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks Fish Food, 17.6 oz (500g) by hikari
- **How much does it cost?** € 58.07 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- hikari enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hikari brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Flavor That Hooks:** Irresistibly tasty formula that even the pickiest large fish crave.
- • **Mess-Free Feeding:** Sponge-like texture prevents tank pollution—keep your aquarium pristine.
- • **All Life Stages Ready:** Perfectly formulated for adult and large breed carnivorous fish.
- • **Monster-Sized Nutrition:** Jumbo sticks equivalent to one live goldfish—feed your giant carnivores like a pro.
- • **Scientifically Balanced Diet:** More nutrients than live food for optimal health and vibrant colors.

## Overview

Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks is a 17.6 oz premium fish food designed specifically for large carnivorous fish like arowanas and Oscars. Featuring a unique sponge-like texture and a scientifically balanced nutrient profile, it enhances fish coloration and health while minimizing tank mess. This jumbo stick is equivalent in size to one live goldfish, making it an ideal, mess-free feeding solution for adult large breed fish.

## Description

The world's First sponge-like monster stick food. A scientific diet for larger awowana and top Feeding carnivores. More balanced nutrient profile than live foods: extremely flavorful and color enhancing. Ideal for monster fishes.

Review: Fish love them. Giant gourami goes crazy for them. No mess in tank.
Review: The food is excellent, and the Oscars and parrots are thoroughly enjoying it.

## Features

- Item Category: Pet Food
- Item Trademark: Hikari
- manufacturer: Hikari

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004HSN3KK |
| Allergen Information | Almonds Free |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #20,056 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #282 in Aquarium Fish Food |
| Breed Recommendation | Large Breeds |
| Color | No Color |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (363) |
| Date First Available | 7 August 2012 |
| Flavor | Fish |
| Item Form | Stick |
| Item Weight | 522 g |
| Item model number | 42055216425 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pet Life Stage | All Life Stages |
| Pet Type | Fish |
| Product Dimensions | 24.13 x 10.67 x 2.29 cm; 521.63 g |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | 17.6 g (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Jumbo Size, Equivalent to One Live Goldfish per Stick |
| Specific Uses | Adult Fish, Large Fish |
| Storage Information | Store in a cool, dry place. |
| batteries required | No |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** All Life Stages
- **Brand:** Hikari
- **Flavour:** Fish
- **Item form:** Stick
- **Specific uses for product:** Adult Fish, Large Fish

## Images

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![Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks Fish Food, 17.6 oz (500g) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SRSxcujXL.jpg)
![Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks Fish Food, 17.6 oz (500g) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HvTrXV9HL.jpg)
![Hikari Tropical Jumbo Carnisticks Fish Food, 17.6 oz (500g) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xZlEHyqsL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can goldfish and koi eat these?**
A: My experience goldfish and koi will eat anything.  These are jumbo eats so the fish would have to be large.

**Q: Can these be fed to a saltwater porupine puffer?**
A: Yes and no. It’s for fresh water carnivore fish.

**Q: How much should I feed an adult Silva Arowana for each feeding?**
A: Until he stops eating, mine will eat 12 sticks plus shrimp 2 times daily

**Q: how long are these sticks? Are they longer than the Hikari food sticks?**
A: Hello Kenneth,In a word.....YESFood sticks are 11-13mmThe Jumbo Carnisticks are 20-22mm long and 5.0-5.5mm in diameter.Each stick has about the same protein level as about a 35mm goldfish.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on 7 July 2025*

Fish love them. Giant gourami goes crazy for them. No mess in tank.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***L on 18 January 2025*

The food is excellent, and the Oscars and parrots are thoroughly enjoying it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***L on 8 May 2023*

This food is very good for Asian Arowanas and Cichlids. The food doesn't make the water dirty. The fish like the food and readily accept it. I recommend this food.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-05*